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SteelSeries Alias Microphone Review
06.11.2023 - 19:53 / mmorpg.com
SteelSeries are out to make a statement, to the competition and on your desktop. The new SteelSeries Alias microphone range is a huge leap out of the ordinary for one of gamin’s more recognizable peripheral manufacturers. More accustomed to delivering flip down options on the end of an Arctis, the Danish manufacturer has unleashed a duo of streaming mics that come with big promises.
Coming in at £179.99 / $179.99 and £319.99 / $229.99 the SteelSeries Alias and SteelSeries Alias Pro are both built around an impressive set of specifications, and we got our hands on the base model to find out if either of these really delivers.
There isn’t a lot to highlight when inspecting an unopened Alias microphone. Aside from the obvious branding, straightforward reveal, and reassuring lack of plastics the cardboard container that this comes in is easily dispatched. The microphone and stand fall out fully assembled, and come accompanied by a USB cable, boom arm mounting adaptor, and a quick start guide. This didn’t feel particularly auspicious for such an expensive peripheral, but it’s the microphone that’s going to dominate the desktop.
Before even powering on, the SteelSeries Alias stands out without trying. A mix of plastic, mesh, and metal all come together around a striking silhouette that looks like some modern IKEA ornament. An elongated pill, cut almost in half and wrapped in an array of matte grey and black colors combined with a fabric face to decorate the core of the design. There are deft touches with the side mounted metal grills and physical controls that make the SteelSeries Alias interesting to inspect without feeling gaudy. It’s not the subdued palette that catches the eye here. Instead, this mic is every bit as unconventional as the Blue Snowball with the sort of premium presentation that its price tag demands.
Exactly as you might expect, setup is as simple as plug and play. Power and data for this plug in via the USB-C port nestled in the back of the main body. The included USB-A to USB-C cable is obviously a welcome necessity, and the plastic stand incorporates a cutout for cable management.
This simplicity means the Alias on my desk comes with tons of flexibility. In a pinch it can conceivably hook up to any PC, mac, console, or mobile that provides the prerequisite data and power. If you’re looking to up your audio game with the minimum of fuss or switch setup without rewiring an entire desk, then that flexibility could prove crucial.
Once things spring into life it’s clear that some thoughtful design choices allow this mic to share a desk alongside more iconic Cupertino aesthetics. A mood light at the base of the main capsule changes color as the capacitive mute button is tapped.
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